Recipes for course: Soups and Stews

Red Lentil Soup

Red Lentil Soup

This red lentil soup is one of my all-time favorite dinners. Sautéed leeks and onions are combined with carrots, celery, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and red split lentils (which cook quickly!) to produce a hearty, thick lentil soup that is naturally gluten-free, nutritious, and filling. This soup tastes even better as leftovers and can be frozen and prepped ahead.

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Summer Shrimp Etouffee

Summer Shrimp Etouffee

For a fun twist on shrimp etouffee, this recipe uses sweet corn, fresh heirloom tomatoes, basil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

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Guinness Lamb Stew

Guinness Lamb Stew

When you need some hearty comfort food, it doesn’t get better than this Guinness lamb stew! Tender chunks of lamb shoulder simmer in a rich, flavorful stout broth with potatoes, carrots, onions and barley to make one satisfying meal. You will love every cozy bite.

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Pumpkin and Chorizo Chili

Pumpkin and Chorizo Chili

Fall comfort food doesn't get cozier than this pumpkin and chorizo chili! Made with tender, flavorful chunks of chorizo and creamy pumpkin puree, this seasonal chili blends together warm fall spices with just the right kick of heat. Your ultimate fall meal is here.

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Crawfish Gumbo With Andouille Sausage

Crawfish Gumbo With Andouille Sausage

Bring an authentic taste of New Orleans right to your own kitchen with a big batch of this crowd-favorite crawfish gumbo with andouille sausage! A deep, dark roux is perfectly seasoned with Cajun spices and loaded with tender crawfish tails to make one unforgettable gumbo. One taste and your friends and family will beg you to make this Cajun classic for every occasion.

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Andouille Sausage-Chicken Gumbo

Andouille Sausage-Chicken Gumbo

This authentic andouille sausage-chicken gumbo is made with a traditional roux and full of rich, flavorful spices that you can customize to your own heat preference. Plus, this recipe makes a huge batch of gumbo that freezes beautifully.

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Smoked Chili With Tender Chuck Roast

Smoked Chili With Tender Chuck Roast

When you need to serve a crowd for game day or a casual backyard party, everyone will rave about this smoked chili recipe. You’ll love how every beefy spoonful is full of tender chuck roast and hearty beans in a perfectly spicy, thick red gravy. For a meat-lover’s chili that’s a sure hit at any cook-off, you’ll return to this recipe over and over again.

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Hearty Winter Minestrone Soup

Hearty Winter Minestrone Soup

This hearty winter minestrone is packed with vegetables: onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, Yukon gold potatoes, Savoy cabbage, and is finished with canned cannellini beans.

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Hearty Winter Minestrone Soup

Hearty Winter Minestrone Soup

This hearty winter minestrone is packed with vegetables: onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, Yukon gold potatoes, Savoy cabbage, and is finished with canned cannellini beans.

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Shrimp and Crab Gumbo

Shrimp and Crab Gumbo

When only the coziest meal will do, a big bowl of shrimp and crab gumbo always hits the spot? A rich, complex stew filled with plump shrimp and tender crab meat comes with just the right spice kick to make this crowd-pleasing meal. After just one taste, this gumbo is sure to become your new favorite comfort food.

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